CAS Accounting Sr. Manager

Are you ready to take the helm in shaping the future of tactical autonomy, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with trailblazers who are turning cutting-edge dreams into tangible reality? As a leader of the growing EpiSci team, your influence will be immediate and transformative as we propel towards a future where security and autonomy unite in unprecedented ways. 

EpiSci isn't just another company; we're forging ahead with next-gen tactical mission autonomy technologies that span both defense, and commercial domains. At our core, we wield the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, autonomy algorithms, wireless communications, and digital signal processing to surmount the most formidable national security challenges. Our Tactical AI offers robustness, dependability, and a rapid adaptability that thrives on the frontlines of emerging missions and obstacles. Our AI increases human capability in aircraft like the F-22 and F-16; it’s revolutionizing wireless tactical communication systems and filling the skies with swarms of autonomous UAVs supercharged by sensor fusion. 

The CAS Accounting Sr. Manager will be responsible for overseeing the organization's compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and government regulations. Key responsibilities include managing the preparation and review of CAS disclosure statements, ensuring proper cost allocation and accounting practices, and overseeing audits related to CAS compliance. The role also involves providing guidance to internal teams, staying current on CAS regulations, and coordinating with external auditors and regulatory agencies to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with federal contracting requirements.

Don't meet every single requirement? At EpiSci, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at EpiSci. 

Core Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain and document accounting policies and procedures to help ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and CAS; implement a system of controls and audits over accounting transactions to minimize risk
• Develop and prepare Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) disclosure statement (DS-1) to ensure compliance with federal regulations, accurately documenting the organization's accounting practices, cost allocation methods, and ensuring alignment with government contracting requirements
• Prepare periodic financial reports and ensure that the reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and other relevant financial reporting standards
• Develop and manage business and accounting processes, tools, analysis, and reporting to generate and oversee financial statements, revenue forecasts, cash flow forecasts, budgets, reconciliations, and other key business and financial performance metrics
• Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation and prepare annual company budget in consultation with senior management in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support all accounting functions, including financial reporting, billing, payroll, purchasing, budget preparation, cash management, general ledger management, and business accounting practices
• Prepare for and manage all external audit requirements, including DCAA Incurred Cost Submissions, Accounting System Audits, Insurance Audits, Tax Audits, and other financial audits
• Identify and resolve issues promptly, ensuring the company's financial analyses and statements comply with regulations and accepted accounting principles
• Gather and analyze information skillfully while developing alternative solutions. 
• Responsibilities must be carried out accurately and promptly to support senior leadership, corporate policies, and overall company goals

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirements:
• 8+ years of experience 
• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field 




• Technical Requirements:
• Highly proficient with accounting best practices
• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Ability to quickly learn industry-related regulations and utilize information in written reports




• Additional Requirements:
• Passion for solving complex problems with little supervision in a fast-moving team
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, frequently changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple teams




• Travel Requirements
• Must be willing to travel as required. (~20%)




• Location Requirements
• Greater Washington D.C. Area (flexibility to work hybrid schedule)




• Security Requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active Security Clearance 

Preferred Qualifications

• Education Requirements:
• ERP implementation experience (e.g., DelTek, Netsuite, or similar)
• Experience with assisting in contract negotiations and closures
• Expertise in guiding program team and their budgets developing ETC/EAC
• Experience working at a high growth company, supporting BD/capture teams, and developing pricing proposals
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

EpiSci is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We value our differences and we’re excited to learn what you can add to our team.

Don't meet every single requirement? At EpiSci, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at EpiSci.